Malhoti - Narag, Sirmaur
Malhoti is a village situated in the Narag tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 70 km from Nahan. Wasni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Malhoti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malhoti is 022857. The village covers a total geographical area of 76 hectares and falls under the 173024 pincode. Solan is the nearest town.
Malhoti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pachhad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Malhoti
According to the 2011 Census, Malhoti village had a total population of 212 people, including 96 males and 116 females, living in 40 households. The sex ratio was 1,208 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.63%, with male literacy at 98.81% and female literacy at 78.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 162.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 212 | 96 | 116 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 12 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 162 | 77 | 85 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 163 | 83 | 80 |
| Illiterate Population | 49 | 13 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Malhoti
Malhoti is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Malhoti
Public transport in the Malhoti is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Nahan to Malhoti is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malhoti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malhoti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Malhoti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malhoti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Malhoti
Where is Malhoti located?
Malhoti village is located in Narag Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malhoti?
The Gram Panchayat of Malhoti is Wasni.
What is the pincode of Malhoti?
The pincode of Malhoti is 173024.
What is the population of Malhoti?
Malhoti had a total population of 212, including 96 males and 116 females.
How many households are there in Malhoti?
Malhoti had 40 households.
What is the literacy rate in Malhoti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malhoti was 87.63%. Male literacy was 98.81% and female literacy was 78.43%.